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avisreadsandreads's review against another edition
challenging
dark
hopeful
mysterious
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Drug use, Medical content, Medical trauma, and Addiction
Moderate: Bullying, Injury/Injury detail, Chronic illness, and Ableism
kristenelle's review
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
I'm so unsure how to rate this one. The concept of the technology that this story is about is really cool and also really prescient. I like how a family of four was used to show a wide range of experiences with the tech. The storytelling is very personal and slice of life. The writing is excellent. However, the pacing was often excruciatingly slow and at times the story went very dark (I was getting triggered). I spent a lot of this book feeling bored or triggered, but I really liked the ending and it won me over. The characters are really human and lovable. The situation is worth considering. Very much a mixed bag for me.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Gaslighting and Medical trauma
Moderate: Ableism, Chronic illness, and Drug use
Minor: Injury/Injury detail
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